UN warns of a powerful El Niño

Scientists say a strengthening El Niño could push global temperatures higher and fuel extreme weather across the planet. The United Nations has warned that a new El Niño weather pattern is developing and could become one of the strongest recorded in decades. The World Meteorological Organization said the phenomenon is expected to intensify through the…

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UN calls for independent probe into Nigeria and Chad airstrikes

The United Nations has called for independent probes into recent airstrikes in Nigeria and Chad over concerns about civilian casualties. The United Nations has urged Nigeria and Chad to launch independent investigations into recent military airstrikes linked to operations against armed groups. UN rights chief Volker Türk said both countries must ensure that military campaigns…

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